Not Dead Yet
Not Dead Yet
by Mark Fletcher
In recent years the Voice has published a monthly article, appropriated from a variety of sources, which I thought might...
Is it normal to forget words while speaking? And when can it spell a problem?
We’ve all experienced that moment mid-sentence when we just can’t find the word we want to use, even though we’re certain we know it.
Why...
Can I go back to work if I’ve already accessed my super?
Generally, you can, but there may be other things to consider.
When you access your super at retirement, depending on your age and personal circumstances,...
Ageism – The neglected discrimination
In July this year the Australian Human Rights Commission (AHRC) published a report Changing perspectives: testing an ageism intervention.
In her introduction, Dr Kay Patterson,...
Staying sharp as we age
Dr Ross Walker
Many studies have been undertaken to help determine if there are any habits or actions we can undertake as we reach the...
Reaching 60?
Many of us feel less than excited about getting older, but there are many benefits in reaching a point in your life where you...
Older Aussies wary of revamped downsizer scheme
The government wants older Australian homeowners to downsize.
Officials of the previous and current Labor governments have talked about housing affordability, housing availability and older...
How to live to 100
In the modern world, one person per 10,000 lives beyond the age of 100. There are small pockets around the world known as ‘Blue...
What is the retirement age in Australia?
The age you retire in Australia isn't set in stone. You can really retire whenever you want to, but a number of factors could...
Aged care in Australia can be tricky to navigate
As a registered nurse, Belinda Davis thought she was in a pretty good position to help find the best aged care options for her...
Get ready now to apply for the Age Pension
Australians reach Age Pension age when they turn 66.5. But did you know you can submit your claim up to 13 weeks before you...
Seven habits to start today for healthy ageing
Getting older is a process. It can bring up a lot of emotions when you think about ageing and what can come along with...
Ageism in employment
The age at which a person is considered an older worker is now up to 10 years younger, and many employers have admitted to...
Are you eating well?
Do you need a break from cooking, but want to be sure you’re still eating nutritious food?
If you:
are 65 or over, OR
have...
Aged care reform: back on the agenda
In March 2021, the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety handed down its ‘Final Report: Care, Dignity and Respect’. Despite the Royal...
Should retirees use superannuation to pay off mortgages?
Should retirees use superannuation to pay off mortgages?
Not so long ago the retiree stereotype looked something like this: cashed up empty nesters offload their paid-off...
Getting old? How to navigate the process
Recently I have found myself amazed at the dearth of sense that there seems to be in the approach of those responsible for the...
Too many people fail to plan for aged care – don’t be one of them
What should be considered ahead of time when a move into residential aged care looks likely
Working out what to do with your family home...
Emergency preparedness for older adults
Shoalhaven City Council has partnered with Red Cross, Service NSW, and HealthySelf Wellbeing to hold an information session on 12 May where people over the...